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gottashoot
I did a search on getting M1 Garands from CMP and ran across a thread about getting one directly from the store. I guess there are 2 stores? The one I was interested in is up near Camp Perry, I'm not sure where the other one is. My question is do you still have to meet the same criteria for the standard shipped CMP orders? I would say so, but can you go up, pay and walk away with one that day? I was curious because I have a friend that wants one (and I may get a second as well) and would love to drive up and see what they have, as well as check out Camp Perry. Any thoughts.
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  • nmyers
    You must meet the same criteria if you buy in the store.

    Yes, it's possible to get something a little "special" when you browse the racks (e.g., tight bore, nice condition, unusual stock, etc.) But, most of the guys looking are very familiar with the guns, & they know what to look for. If this is your first M1, I'd suggest ordering by mail & taking your chances; just too many things that you have to know when making a decision by yourself.

    Neal
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  • king999
    Yes, you need the paper work: Drivers licence, Birth Certificate and club membership. Exception, I only needed club membership with my retired military ID (Officer only).
    I do recommend going personally. The rifles are categorized for price, but I found one in a lower priced group that was better than any in the next group! There are also some unlisted items available.
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  • beachmaster73
    nmyers...The guys at the store are pretty knowledgable too. And if you give them an idea of what you want and they are not too busy they can be a tremendous help to the neophyte buyers. I'd still say you are way ahead going to the store at Perry rather than just unwrapping the box at home. And of course if you get a fellow GBer there he can help out as well. Now of course if you live in Alaska or Hawaii I'd really have to modify that statement about the trip being worthwhile. Beach
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  • perry shooter
    Hello you do have to meet ALL qualifications You have to have membership card from your local CMP/ registered CLUB with 2004 date. By all means go to PERRY as soon as you go thru the check point at guard house turn left and CMP is in building on right side of the road quote:"praise the hardball gun"
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  • Rebel_James
    Can you walk in and buy a Garand at the Alabama location like you can at the Camp Perry location?


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    "The Greatest Battle Implement Ever Devised!"
    -- Gen. George S. Patton
    referring to the M1 Garand
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  • gottashoot
    I know the Garand pretty well. I purchased both of Scott Duff's books before my first Garand. Actually I want a shooter with tight muzzel and minimal throat erosion so i want to check out the Danish and I believe the Greek buybacks. Thanks for your info and I am salavating at the opportunity to head up there
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  • EOD Guy
    quote:Originally posted by Rebel_James
    Can you walk in and buy a Garand at the Alabama location like you can at the Camp Perry location?




    No, you can't. There is no store in Anniston.
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